UTICA — The Adirondack Railroad has announced it is again offering opportunities for local residents to chase away the winter blahs.

Beginning Sunday, Jan. 22, the Cabin Fever Train will leave Utica’s Union Station at 11 a.m., travel to Remsen and return by 1 p.m. While at the Remsen Depot, passengers will be able to enjoy a warm fire, hot chocolate, and s’mores.

“This service is an opportunity for families and friends to get together and break away from the dreariness that often happens at this time of year,” said General Manager Frank Kobliski. The Cabin Fever Train will also operate on Saturday, Jan. 28; Sunday, Feb. 5; Sunday, Feb. 19; Saturday, March 4; Saturday, March 25; and Sunday, April 2.

In February, the Adirondack Valentine’s Day Dinner Train is an opportunity for couples to celebrate in a special way. A complimentary drink and a special menu, handcrafted by local chef Pat O’Connor, owner of Feasts and Festivities by O’Connor, help create a romantic and memorable experience. This service is offered on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 10-11, and Tuesday, Feb. 14. The trains will depart from Union Station at 6 p.m., going to Remsen Depot, and then returning by 9 p.m. The menu selection can be made when tickets are purchased.

“A change of scenery, even for a few hours, is a nice escape welcomed by last year’s passengers,” Kobliski added.” We hope you will come and enjoy yourselves.”

For information, including how to purchase tickets, go online to https://www.adirondackrr.com/cabin-fever-limited/ for the winter trains and to https://Adirondackrr.com/the-adirondack-valentines-day-dinner-train/ for the Valentine’s Day trips.

The Adirondack Railway Preservation Society, Inc. operates the Adirondack Railroad, the Adirondack Scenic Railbike Adventure, and Peachtree Railbikes. The railroad is a not-for-profit, volunteer-based organization with main offices in Utica. Since 1992, it has provided a memorable experience for more than 1.8 million passengers, operating on the former New York Central Adirondack Division located in upstate New York.